By Patrick Ledington
Barbourville rolled past Lynn Camp 67-36 in 51st District action, using hot outside shooting and pressure defense to control the game from start to finish.
The Lady Tigers found their rhythm early, knocking down two 3-pointers in the first quarter — a sign of things to come — as they would finish with nine 3-pointers in the game. Barbourville led 20-12 after the opening period.
Barbourville continued to apply pressure in the second quarter, doubling up Lynn Camp in scoring during the frame. More outside shooting and unselfish ball movement helped the Lady Tigers extend their lead. At halftime, Barbourville was comfortably in front 38-21.
The Lady Tigers got off to a slower start in the third quarter, but Bre Engle and Marleigh Martin combined to score all 13 points for Barbourville in the period. After three quarters, the Lady Tigers held a 51-29 advantage.
Barbourville broke out of its brief lull in the final quarter, thanks to three more 3-point baskets. Head coach Amy Shields turned up the defensive pressure, and the Lady Tigers responded. Barbourville’s defense overwhelmed the Wildcats, forcing multiple turnovers and steals while holding Lynn Camp to just seven fourth-quarter points.
Barbourville was led in scoring by sophomore Marleigh Martin with 26 points, while freshman Bre Engle added 23 in a strong performance for the Lady Tigers.
